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Shalom Tower II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shalom Tower II

321 4th St NEMason City, IA 50401
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included

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property at 744 1st St
$575
1 Bedroom Rentals
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744 1st St

Webster CityIA50595
property at 1219 2nd St
$575 - $875
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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1219 2nd St

Webster CityIA50595
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Heartland Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing

610 Central AveFort Dodge, IA 50501
Senior Living
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919 N 29th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

919 N 29th St

919 N 29th StFort Dodge, IA 50501
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The Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Manor

4 3rd St NWMason City, IA 50401
Senior Living
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Palisades
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palisades

2340 River RoadIowa Falls, IA 50126
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property at 802 9th Ave SE
$900

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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802 9th Ave SE

AustinMN55912
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Bricelyn Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bricelyn Plaza

314 N Main StBricelyn, MN 56014
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Pointe West Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe West Apartments

1901 W 18th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
Corporate Housing

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Thornton, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Thornton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Thornton, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Regency Apartments priced from $200. Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thornton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Regency Apartments1 BD1BR, 1BA$200
Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties)1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$425
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR, 1BA$460
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio, 1BA$500
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$525
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$550
Woodland Park - EldoraStudioStudio, 1BA$650
Skye Lofts ApartmentsOne Bedroom Unit1BR, 1BA$790
Rolling Meadows Apartments1 bedroom/1bath1BR, 1BA$800
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thornton, IA and Nearby

As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thornton area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3Br2Ba Model at Phillips Luxury Apartments starting from $1,860. The second greatest value Thornton apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Skye Lofts Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.10 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thornton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Phillips Luxury Apartments3Br2Ba3BR, 2BA$0.90
Skye Lofts Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR, 1.5BA$1.10
Pointe West ApartmentsPointe West - 2-bedroom apartments2BR, 2BA$1.00
Northern Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR, 1BA$1.08
The Allure at Rivers Edge2 Bed/2bath2BR, 2BA$1.22
CityView Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR, 1BA$1.10
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR, 1BA$0.71
Woodland Park - Eldora1 BR1BR, 1BA$1.19
Regency Apartments1 BD1BR, 1BA$0.35
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$0.95

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thornton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Thornton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Thornton is at Key Apartments listed at $500.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thornton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thornton Apartment is $200 at Regency Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thornton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thornton is starting from $850 at Rolling Meadows Apartments.

What is the most affordable Thornton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Thornton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rolling Meadows Apartments and starts from $975.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.